Job summary
An exciting opportunity has become available within the infection prevention and control team. We are currently looking for a Band 6 Paramedic/Nurse with a experience or interest in infection prevention within the Emergency Ambulance Service.
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the Infection Prevention and Control team, the duties will include; undertaking audit, surveillance, education and supporting campaigns. Alongside this you will be guiding and supporting clinical staff on Infection Prevention and Control guidelines and policies, therefore promoting safe, quality, patient centred care. You will be committed to quality improvement, engaging with staff and have the ability to translate guidance and strategy into changes of care.
In return you will be joining a team who are committed to supporting you in your development, providing you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your role.
About us
Working for us is an experience like no other. We provide emergency and urgent care, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, operating across the largest ambulance region in England and responding to an average of 2,650 incidents every day.
We remain committed to ensuring that we provide the best possible care for all our patients, which is reflected in our new five-year strategy which has continually improving patient care at its very core.
The role is based in Exeter, one of the most vibrant, attractive and historically interesting cities in England, with excellent transport links and a great mix of independent shops, cafes and bars.
If you embody our values of one team, compassionate and innovative and are looking to make a real difference to peoples' lives, then we would love to hear from you.
In return we will equip you with the skills and resources you need to thrive in your role.
You will have opportunities to progress to roles across the Trust and enjoy continuous professional development.
Benefits
- Competitive NHS salary
- A standard working week of 37.5 hours
- Holiday entitlements of 27 days per year, plus general and public holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Pay enhancements for out of hours, shift and overtime working
- Generous Pension Scheme
- Career and salary progression
- Car leasing scheme
- Free parking across Trust sites
- Staff networks
- Wide range of discounts from various organisations across the UK
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification.
Alternative formats of our vacancies are available upon request to HRServices@swast.nhs.uk . Accessibility statement available upon request.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification.
Alternative formats of our vacancies are available upon request to HRServices@swast.nhs.uk . Accessibility statement available upon request.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Registered clinician (Paramedic or Nurse)
- Educated to degree level.
Desirable
- Basic Infection Control Course.
- Teaching course or equivalent (or able to demonstrate mentorship / teaching experience
- Recognised post graduate qualification in IPC, or equivalent experience.
Previous experience (Paid/ Unpaid relevant to job)
Essential
- Proven leadership experience
- Broad clinical experience in an acute or community healthcare setting.
Desirable
- Experience in infection prevention and control audit, surveillance and using evidence-based care.
- Experience in implementing local infection prevention and control polices.
- Experience relating to IPC.
- Experience in planning, delivering and evaluating teaching programmes.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Registered clinician (Paramedic or Nurse)
- Educated to degree level.
Desirable
- Basic Infection Control Course.
- Teaching course or equivalent (or able to demonstrate mentorship / teaching experience
- Recognised post graduate qualification in IPC, or equivalent experience.
Previous experience (Paid/ Unpaid relevant to job)
Essential
- Proven leadership experience
- Broad clinical experience in an acute or community healthcare setting.
Desirable
- Experience in infection prevention and control audit, surveillance and using evidence-based care.
- Experience in implementing local infection prevention and control polices.
- Experience relating to IPC.
- Experience in planning, delivering and evaluating teaching programmes.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Address
South Western Ambulance Service
Head Quarters Exeter
Exeter
EX2 7HY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swast.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
